Effeminacy

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Pronunciation: /ɪˈfɛmənəsi/

Definitions of effeminacy

noun the quality or characteristic of being effeminate; having traits or qualities traditionally associated with women

Example Sentences

A1 Effeminacy is the quality of having characteristics that are traditionally thought to be feminine.

A2 Some people mistakenly associate effeminacy with weakness or inferiority.

B1 The actor's effeminacy was often criticized by conservative viewers.

B2 Despite his effeminacy, he was a skilled fighter and earned the respect of his peers.

C1 The artist's work explored themes of gender identity and effeminacy in a thought-provoking way.

C2 The novel delves deep into the complexities of masculinity and effeminacy in modern society.

Examples of effeminacy in a Sentence

formal The artist's portrayal of effeminacy in his paintings challenged traditional gender norms.

informal Some people mistakenly associate effeminacy with weakness or inferiority.

slang Don't judge someone based on their effeminacy, it's not cool.

figurative The delicate flowers in the garden were seen as a symbol of effeminacy by some.

Grammatical Forms of effeminacy

past tense

effeminized

plural

effeminacies

comparative

more effeminate

superlative

most effeminate

present tense

effeminates

future tense

will effeminate

perfect tense

has effeminated

continuous tense

is effeminating

singular

effeminacy

positive degree

effeminate

infinitive

to effeminate

gerund

effeminating

participle

effeminating

Origin and Evolution of effeminacy

First Known Use: 1250 year
Language of Origin: Latin
Story behind the word: The word 'effeminacy' originated from the Latin word 'effeminatus', which means 'womanish' or 'unmanly'.
Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'effeminacy' has evolved to encompass a broader range of meanings related to lack of masculinity or stereotypically feminine traits in men, often carrying negative connotations of weakness or decadence.